1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 818 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Sable | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Mercury | Dodge |
Model | Sable | Durango |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 93 L |